20 Times Moshoodat Made Us Look Like the Queens We Are

Welcome to Black History Month! While we are celebrating royal ancestors from all over the diaspora, we wanted to kick off this month with a touch of beauty.

The act of applying makeup might be a simple beauty care routine for thousands of women worldwide, but there is something about Moshoodat Sunni and her ability to capture our goddess looks every single time, that takes it to new heights. With every look, Moshoodat manages to use the art of make-up and styling to communicate statements that empower and strengthen self-love for women of color. Her photography partner Joey Rosado truly has an eye for grasping that feeling.

Dive into a collection of 20 times our favorite New York-based creative director and makeup artist visually represented the inner light of black queens everywhere.

Did you feel a surge of joy looking at this photo of model Queen Nyakimo? We did too. It has to be the vision of gold enhanced by her bright smile that gives off this vibe. The gold veil and corset is from the Moshoodat Crown Collection.

3. This portrait shared with Moshoodat’s social community to mark her 26th birthday, is eye-catching. The symmetric arrangement of gems on her face and hair give off an instant royalty vibe. She’s glowing.

4. Nothing screams Goddess more than this photo of one of Moshoodat’s natural crown creations. Armed with a stunning pearl collar neckpiece and show-stopping braided crown and top, there isn’t a shred of doubt Nyakim Gatwech felt like royalty.

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5. If there’s one thing Moshoodat encourages through her art, it’s for women of colour taking delight in being in their own skins. Model Khoudia Diop is adorned with statement gold head and neck pieces as well as litters of golden highlighter on her neck.

6. Reigning is simplicity. Looking the part is even more seamless for melanin beauties. Moshoodat displays true natural beauty with model Krystal Tantricyogi adorned with a traditionally woven African neckpiece and earrings.

13. Once again, give life! There’s no denial that Moshoodat’s motivation for this wonderful set with Khoudia Diop is to remind women to be comfortable in their own bodies as they accept their curves and color.

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It’s easy to connect with Moshoodat’s works. Her careful dedication to represent women of color as royalty and works of art is both relatable and admirable. Moshoodat is changing the game of make-up artistry as she passionately represents women of colour like the Queens they are.